Chemical Quality & Laboratory Engineer (m/f/d)

About us European Semiconductor Manufacturing Company (ESMC) GmbH is

the joint venture between TSMC, Bosch, Infineon and NXP. For the first

time, global technology leader TSMC is building a semiconductor fab in

the heart of Europe, offering cutting-edge manufacturing technologies

for next-generation semiconductor products. ESMC represents a shared

commitment to strengthening the European semiconductor ecosystem. For

our future fab in Dresden, we are looking for a highly motivated and

committed: Chemical Quality & Laboratory Engineer (m/f/d) Are you

ready to design, build, and run a state-of-the-art analytical

chemistry laboratory from the ground up? As a Chemical Quality &

Laboratory Engineer (m/f/d) at ESMC, you will be key to establishing

our chemical laboratory infrastructure in Dresden. *Starting on

January 2027*, you will manage our analytical instruments, set up

testing standards, and verify the quality of incoming materials and

facility chemical systems. Collaborating closely with our advanced

teams in Taiwan and leading a small group of local technicians, you

will directly safeguard the production quality of Europe's newest

premier semiconductor fab! Tasks Lab Infrastructure Setup: Design,

establish, and optimize our on-site chemical lab capacity, process

setups, and analytical capabilities. Instrument Management: Lead the

operation, calibration, and maintenance of high-precision analytical

equipment, with a focus on ICP-MS, GC-MS, PTR-MS, and Ion

Chromatography (IC). Material Quality Control: Execute routine and

event-triggered monitoring of incoming chemicals and raw materials to

ensure strict compliance with manufacturing standards. Technical

Writing: Define Operational Instructions (OIs) and Standard Operating

Procedures (SOPs) for the laboratory environment. Team Leadership:

Supervise, train, and coordinate a small, dedicated group of

laboratory technicians. Cross-Functional Collaboration: Partner with

fab and facility teams to troubleshoot chemical events, support

continuous improvement projects (CIP), and verify tool certifications.

Emergency On-Duty Support: Participate in weekend and night-shift

on-duty rotations to handle urgent chemical safety or quality

escalations. Profile Must-Have: Education: Bachelor’s or Master’s

degree in Chemistry, Chemical Engineering, Material Science, or a

related scientific discipline. Technical Experience: 0 to 3 years of

hands-on experience in chemical analysis, with deep knowledge of

analytical techniques such as ICP-MS, GC-MS, PTR-MS, or Ion

Chromatography (IC). Analytical Skillset: Experience in standard

sample preparation, calibration curves, statistical process control

(SPC) data interpretation, and analytical instrument troubleshooting.

Soft Skills: Strong collaborative mindset, intercultural openness,

resilience under pressure, and a structured, detail-oriented approach

to safety and quality. Languages: Fluency in English (written and

spoken) is required. Nice-to-Have: Prior experience in a semiconductor

manufacturing environment or cleanroom chemical lab management.

Knowledge of European chemical regulations (such as REACH) and safety

standards. Basic programming skills (e.g., Python, R, or SQL) for

analytical data processing. Basic communication skills in German

and/or Mandarin. We offer Security & Perspective: A permanent

employment contract and career advancement opportunities in one of

Europe's leading semiconductors fabs. Company Pension Plan & Financial

Benefits: We support your financial well-being with our robust company

pension plan. As an ESMC employee, you also benefit directly from

TSMC’s performance through an exclusive Employee Stock Purchase Plan

(ESPP). Training & Development: At the TSMC Newcomer Training Center,

gain a deeper understanding of the processes involved in operating

complex semiconductor equipment through unique hands-on training,

while you continuously expand your knowledge. Health & Well-Being: An

annual budget for your health and well-being (e.g., for sports

classes, massages, or relaxation) helps you stay fit. Meals &

Transportation: Enjoy a daily meal allowance as well as a subsidized

public transportation (e.g., for the Deutschlandticket). Additional

contact details Please apply with your english resume.